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Leeds Bradford Airport is one of the fastest-growing regional airports in the UK, welcoming up to 4 million passengers through our doors every year.  We are committed to employing high-quality people who are ambitious to succeed and support our exciting plans for the future, whilst delivering outstanding service for our customers.

We understand that our employees are our most important asset when it comes to providing the best service possible to our customers. We therefore operate with a ONE TEAM mentality, to enable us to DO THE RIGHT THING and ultimately BE THE BEST in what we do.

What we are looking for:

A tech-savy individual with a passion for IT infrastructure and information security.

Someone who is ready to take on a challenging role in a fast paced, ever-changing environment.

Why?  We have an exciting new opening for a Systems Support Analyst (2^nd Line) within Yorkshire’s airport

Snapshot of the role:

As a Systems Support Analyst you will be responsible for providing a high level of support and maintenance of the airport systems and infrastructure. This individual will be an integral part of the IS Department reporting directly to the Information Systems Manager to help improve the support of airport systems across a single airport campus, consisting of 550 staff.

What we would need from you:

As a starter, we will need to see evidence of experience in supporting the following:

• Commercial support (2^nd Line)
• Microsoft Exchange – 2016 and exchange online
• Microsoft Windows Server environment - 2012 (and above)
• Windows Active Directory and the associated services (Inc. DHCP, DNS, Group Policy)
• Microsoft Windows Desktop Operating Systems and associated applications (i.e. MS Office)
• Experience of configuring network switches p
• Administrating a VMWare vSphere virtual environment
• Operating as a 2nd Line Support Analyst in an ITIL service desk environment, effective in triage, resolution and proficient in the ticket handling process
• Maintenance and repair of current IT equipment and systems
• Windows 10 and 11 clients, installation, configuration, and maintenance
• Experience with MDM, MFA, Email/Web filtering and  Anti-Virus solutions
• Experience administrating and supporting enterprise backup solutions
• Customer-focused, with experience in providing advice and guidance to customers over the telephone, e-mail, and Internet with a proven track record of service delivery
• Experience deploying applications using deployment tools, such as but not limited to PDQ Deploy and SCCM

And if you have any of the below experience, then even better!

• 1 to 2+ years’ of experience with administrating Microsoft SQL Server.
• 1 to 2+ years’ experience supporting Microsoft Office SharePoint Services.
• Experience of supporting and maintaining secure firewall configurations and network infrastructure services, including IP
• Routing and VLAN configurations.
• Supporting Linux systems
• Writing Powershell commands

With regards to education, it will be expected that that you hold a  degree in Computer Science or a related field or apprenticeship qualification level 3/4 and Industry recognised qualifications such as Microsoft Certified (MCP, MCSA, MCSE), Comp Tia, ITIL foundation, or CCNA.

This role really suits someone who will thrive at working throughout different parts of the airport daily. Whether it be supporting our fire team, our staff based in the terminal or supporting teams airside, you will never have many days that are the same.

The key strengths that we need for this role are:

·       A strong customer service focus with a desire to deliver a high-quality service

·       Ability to take direction and work to targets and goals unsupervised

·       Enthusiastic, self-motivated team player with the ability to work within a demanding environment and be able to demonstrate a logical approach to problem-solving

·       Patience and ability to remain calm under pressure, whilst showing initiative at all times and an ability to apply a lateral thought process to problem resolution

·       A good team-playing mentality with a willingness to learn and develop.

·       Good time management

·       Proven organisational skills, with a disciplined approach to documentation

·       Provide critical system support and maintenance for operational systems outside of normal working hours (on a 1 in 7 rota basis)

·       Update and maintain support documentation, such as the updating of information in an IT Knowledge Base

We will also give you:

·       A starting salary between £32,000 - £33,000 plus a guaranteed £250 per month for being on call.

·       Discretionary annual bonus

·       Free onsite parking

·       Pension Scheme

·       Electric Vehicle Scheme

·       Cycle to work scheme

·       Free lounge access

·       Onsite discounts

·       Friendly work environment with a brand new state of the art office opening December 2023

·       Employee Assistance programme

·       Genuine career opportunities

Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.

 To Apply, please click this link: https://bit.ly/3Qvf3SS

Leeds Bradford Airport is one of the fastest-growing regional airports in the UK, welcoming up to 4 million passengers through our doors every year.  We are committed to employing high-quality people who are ambitious to succeed and support our exciting plans for the future, whilst delivering outstanding service for our customers.

We understand that our employees are our most important asset when it comes to providing the best service possible to our customers. We therefore operate with a ONE TEAM mentality, to enable us to DO THE RIGHT THING and ultimately BE THE BEST in what we do.

What we are looking for:

We have an immediate need for an experienced Project Accountant to join our talented Finance team, supporting on projects, working closely with project managers to review budgets, track actual spend and updating forecasts. The role sits within the financial reporting team and has responsibility for ensuring timely & accurate accounting for capital projects including maintaining the fixed asset register.t.

Snapshot of the role:

Corporate

• To ensure that the Finance Team is supported in delivering the overall team objectives.

• To represent the airport with all key stakeholders to establish and maintain an outstanding reputation for the highest possible standards in all aspects of the department.

• To maintain the highest possible standards of integrity, customer focus, commitment to Leeds Bradford Airport, ensuring that our Vision, Values & Behaviours are at the heart of everything we do.

Month End Reporting

• Preparation of capital expenditure monthly spend schedule, reviewing work in progress and posting accruals as required.

• Analysis of monthly spend variances to budget, working with the Projects team to reconcile orders raised with spend on the general ledger.

• Calculation and posting of monthly depreciation.

Ongoing

• Responsible for Fixed Asset register update and maintenance, ensuring that the register is kept up to date on a monthly basis and that all relevant entries are made both to the fixed asset register and the general ledger.

• Implementation of timely & standardised historical reporting & forward-looking forecasting for major capital projects.

• Attend weekly Project Change Board and monthly Project Review Board meetings.

• Issue and record project codes for newly approved capital expenditure projects.

• Tracking the compilation of project costs into fixed asset accounts, ensuring assets are componentised in accordance with accounting standards. Close out those project accounts and update the asset register once the related projects have been completed.

• Ensure adequate information is obtained for all fixed asset additions including owner, location and other relevant details to facilitate easy identification on asset register.

• Collation of relevant information on an ongoing basis to maximise capital allowances.

• Ensure fixed asset disposal forms are completed in a timely manner and the asset register is updated accordingly.

• Review system of controls, procedures, and forms for the recording of fixed assets, and make recommendation for amendments as required.

• Recommend to management any updates to accounting policies related to fixed assets.

• Investigate the potential obsolescence of fixed assets.

• Conduct periodic impairment reviews for intangible assets

• Conduct periodic physical verification of fixed assets.

• Preparation of ad-hoc analysis related to fixed assets as requested by management.

Budgeting/Forecasting

• Work with operational managers and Commercial Finance team to prepare capital expenditure budgets.

• Assist with forecasting and long-term planning of capital expenditure and associated cashflows.

• Work with the Project Managers to ensure that cash flows for capital projects are forecast as accurately as possible, and updated forecasts provided to the Financial Controller.

Year End

• Prepare audit schedules relating to fixed assets and respond to audit queries.

• Prepare fixed asset schedules required for draft tax computations and work with external tax advisors to respond to queries to assist in preparation of final tax computations.

• Calculation of historic cost figures for the statutory accounts fixed asset note.

 What we would need from you:

• Working towards being fully qualified, with experience of project accounting 
  
• Ability to have a business partner approach
• Ability to manage multiple projects at one time
• Experience of managing fixed assets
• Proven ability to effectively manage month-end reporting

What we will give you in return:

·       Free onsite parking

·       Electric Vehicle Scheme

·       Cycle to work scheme

·       Free lounge access

·       Onsite discounts

·       Friendly work environment

·       Employee Assistance programme

·       Genuine career opportunities

To apply for this position please follow this link and submit a full application:  https://bit.ly/3F1g3Yd 

Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.

To support the Engineering team, we are looking to recruit an Engineering Project Manager to join Leeds Bradford Airport, to assist in providing expertise to facilitate the extension and refurbishment of LBA. The Engineering PM will assist in delivering a range of complex and diverse airport infrastructure development projects from inception to completion, across the full range of disciplines in line with the airports capital development plan.

Additionally, the role works closely with and supports the Engineering department in respect of contractor control, working closely with external contractors and business partners

About Us:

Leeds Bradford Airport is one of the fastest-growing regional airports in the UK, welcoming up to 4 million passengers through our doors every year.  We are committed to employing high-quality people who are ambitious to succeed and support our exciting plans for the future, whilst delivering outstanding service for our customers.

As part of the initial 5-year plan to fulfil our growth potential significant investment in the Airport is planned. At the centre of that investment is the extension and refurbishment of the existing terminal facility (Project X25). Fuelled by this investment, LBA has ambitious plans to double its revenues over the next 5 years, fuelling significant growth in EBITDA and cash generation.

We understand that our employees are our most important asset when it comes to providing the best service possible to our customers. We therefore operate with a ONE TEAM mentality, to enable us to DO THE RIGHT THING and ultimately BE THE BEST in what we do

Main Responsibilities:

• In relation to both minor (and major capital schemes under supervision), to prepare project documentation, specifications, drawings, programmes, estimates and contract documentation as required, in order to enable adequate pre-construction preparation and discussion as appropriate.
• To assist our internal clients and budget holders to develop the scope and technical aspects of their projects, in order to enable the effective production of a project brief and fully appraised business case.
• Be conversant with appointing and managing consultants including the production of schedules of services required.
• To manage the procurement process of projects, including the appointment of contractors in line with company financial standing orders, whilst obtaining best value at all times.
• To manage the construction phase of projects through to completion and handover and in doing so minimise any operational impact to the airports operation.
• To ensure that appropriate consultation takes place prior to and during projects to enable fully compliant management in a way that meets with the requirements of all regulatory bodies (e.g. Aerodrome safeguarding set by the CAA and security requirements set by the DfT).
• To manage individual projects budget resources within agreed business case limits.
• Efficiently planning, scheduling and controlling the workflow of all maintenance from origin through to close out.
• Assist with contractor control when required.
• Produce monthly KPI reports.
• Build and maintain relationships with other departments.
• Have a flexible approach.

Person Specification

• Proven experience of managing design and construction projects involving multiple stakeholders valued greater than £10.0M.
• Successful people management experience
• Knowledge of project monitoring systems including but not limited to, scheduling, cost and change control
• Demonstrated analytical skills in assessing and reviewing business processes to identify options, best practices and opportunities to improve service delivery
• Demonstrated ability to prepare process documents, policies and project documents (e.g. business case, feasibility study, budget estimates, etc).
• Knowledge of design and construction
• Knowledge of consultant and construction related procurement practices and procedures
• Knowledge of related government legislation in the areas of construction, fire codes, building codes, occupational health and safety regulations, etc.
• High degree of initiative and creativity
• Exceptional personal drive and motivation
• Strong facilitation and negotiation skills
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks and projects

Personal attributes:

• Not afraid to do ‘hands on work’, has a strong spirit of ownership and working within a less-structured environment.
• Results driven
• Proven ability to multi-task.
• A team player
• Excellent communication skills; strong writing and oral presentation abilities.
• Hardware/Software Knowledge Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams, Outlook, Office 365

Education:

• Post-secondary degree in architecture, engineering, project management, business or a combination of education and experience
• Project management certification or accreditation
• Must be able to obtain and retain a Transportation Security Clearance and RAIC at the designated level for the position.

Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to andrew.snowdon@lba.co.uk.

Role Title:                  HGV, PSV and HEAVY PLANT TECHNICIAN

Responsible to:         MOTOR TRANSPORT SUPERVISOR

Permanent Full Time 40 hours – Annual salary £38,000

To support the Motor Transport team, we are looking to recruit an HGV, PSV or PLANT Technician to join Leeds Bradford Airport, to assist in providing Vehicle maintenance and a safe and efficient working environment.

Main Responsibilities

• To examine, inspect and report thoroughly on the condition, roadworthiness and safety of vehicles, mobile plant and/or equipment, by carrying out functional testing and applying appropriate diagnostic techniques to VOSA and CAA CAP642 standards.

• To perform vehicle and equipment repairs, to maximise the benefits to the business, by optimising plant serviceability and life span.

• To apply in a logical and progressive manner the appropriate diagnostic techniques in order to determine the causes of mechanical and electrical malfunctions within the components and systems of vehicles and mobile plant.

• To service, maintain, adjust and repair, vehicles, mobile plant, equipment and/or components, by utilising the necessary tools, equipment and facilities in a safe and efficient manner in line with the tolerances and service details specified by the supplier or customer.

• To interpret and implement technical service data and statutory standards to ensure that all work is performed in excess of the minimum standards defined.

• To carry out modifications to vehicles or mobile plant to suit the needs of the airport or its business partners.

• To manufacture simple component parts, using tools and machinery applicable to the MT section to high standards of accuracy and performance.

• To communicate with both internal teams and business partners in order to provide feedback on the progress of work.

• To drive and understand the operation of all vehicles and mobile plant used by the airport and its business partner customers.

• To recover broken down or immobilised vehicles and mobile plant utilising proper techniques, to minimise the risk of additional damage without causing any danger to others.

• To utilise IT systems to record all work done and parts used.

• To support the development of MT apprentices and trainees by providing training as required.

• To comply with the companies health and safety Policy and to contribute to the safety of the section by being proactive in maintaining a safe working environment.

• To participate in snow clearing duties and associated training.

• To adopt a flexible approach to work when undertaking the duties and responsibilities of this position in accordance with the needs of the business as directed by the head of Airfield Operations.

Person Specification     

• Customer focussed with excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholder

• Hold a current UK driving licence to Group C or CE.

• Good worker with the ability to motivate and inspire others

• Be reliable and enthusiastic

• Have good communication skills

• To demonstrate a willingness to learn about the function and operation of an airport and the interrelationship between the airport, business partners and contractors 

Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.

A driving medical will also be required to go with this position as “airside driving” is required.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please follow this link: https://bit.ly/3QKJm8o